The transfer window is often the most exciting time in a club's season, as the players that are brought into new surroundings can often be the difference to a team succeeding and failing. In this day and age of massive spending in the Premier League, it is crucial that a player makes a significant positive impact on the club to ensure they are not remembered as a flop. The very best stand out from the crowd, taking their squads to new heights in reaching their targets in the challenging setting of the Premier League and beyond.

This season in particular has seen its fair share of significant disappointments for clubs with regards to signings, from Radamel Falcao to Mario Balotelli that have left nothing but a massive hole in their respective team's bank accounts. But, this article is celebrating those exceptional talents that have seamlessly taken on a vital role in their club's fortunes going forward.

So, without further ado, here are the top five signings of the 2014/15 Premier League season.